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Provision of FunFair rides and attractions for the Bedford River Festival

Bedford Borough Council

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07 Aug 2025 at 12:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council, located in Bedford, United Kingdom, has initiated an open procurement process under the public authority sub-central government category. The tender, titled "Provision of FunFair rides and attractions for the Bedford River Festival," is classified under the event services industry. The successful contractor will provide services for the festivals in 2026, 2028, and 2030, with the procurement specifically targeted at SME companies. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions welcomed until 26 August 2025, and services scheduled to commence on 1 October 2025. This opportunity is operating below the threshold in an open competition format, allowing broad accessibility to potential vendors.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event services, particularly those capable of delivering amusement and recreational attractions. Companies with experience in organising and managing public events can leverage this contract to secure long-term engagement, offering their services across several years. Furthermore, SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, aligning with the contract's suitability criteria, potentially bolstering their business growth and expanding their reach within the UK market. Interested suppliers can access submission details and further documentation through the designated online portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of FunFair rides and attractions for the Bedford River Festival

Notice Description

Provision of FunFair rides and attractions for the Bedford River Festival 2026, 2028, 2030

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058340
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046854-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Bedford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Postcode Area
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

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